Corus CAD Patient Selection

The Corus CAD test is intended for use in patients who present with stable symptoms suggestive of obstructive CAD.

For a list of diagnosis codes and the Corus CAD intended use, click HERE.

Typical symptoms suggestive of CAD may include:

Chest discomfort, tightness, pain, or pressure

Shortness of breath

Atypical symptoms suggestive of CAD may include:

Tightness or pressure in the throat, jaw, shoulder, abdomen, back, or arm

Squeezing, heaviness, or burning sensation in the upper body

Abdominal discomfort or fullness

Indigestion or heartburn

Nausea

Vomiting

Dizziness or light-headedness

Palpitations or awareness of heartbeat

(To be suggestive of obstructive CAD*, these atypical symptoms should be concurrent with at least one CAD risk factor. Some examples of CAD risk factors include high cholesterol, hypertension, family history, smoking, post-menopausal, morbid obesity, and known non-cardiac vascular disease.)

The Corus CAD test is NOT intended for patients who:

Have a history of obstructive CAD

Have had a prior myocardial infarction or revascularization procedure

Are diabetic

Are currently taking steroids, immunosuppressive agents, or chemotherapeutic agents

For a complete description of the intended use population for the Corus CAD test, please see the Corus CAD Intended Use Statement.